Photography/Media Option
Student Photo Gallery
Please click through our Student Photo Gallery to view each of the 10 images captured by our Photography/Media Students. Student credits below images.
Make your vision happen. Offering a unique mix of photography and business training, this option will prepare you to start your own photography business or work in the artistic/visual communications field.
As a student of this 20-month option, you can expect active, project-based training in a broad range of photography types. You’ll get advanced training in photo editing and enhancement, learn how to effectively market/broadcast your work, and learn real-world application from visiting professional photographers. You will also complete an experience-building internship or final (capstone) project. In addition, students will also take core business courses to give those wishing to own and operate their own businesses a solid business foundation.
Graduates of the Business Photography/Media option can develop careers in portraiture, commercial product illustration, photojournalism, studio management, and digital imaging. As a graduate, you may also wish to utilize our strong business/entrepreneurship training in a photography venture of your own!
*Please note: You will be required to purchase a professional quality camera. See the Required and Optional Photography Tool Lists in the Course Info below.
Uncrewed Aerial Systems (Drones) Certification
There is a fast-growing demand for workers who can operate and maintain uncrewed aircraft systems in our region. The Uncrewed Aerial Systems (Drones) Certificate coursework will equip students with the necessary skills to be employed as uncrewed aerial system operators/pilots and technicians. Graduates will learn the laws and ethical procedures for operating Uncrewed Aerial Systems and will have the knowledge and skills to become a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certificated Remote Pilot (Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate). Beginning fall 2025, Uncrewed Aerial Systems is an 18-credit, one or two-semester certificate delivered in a hybrid format with both online and on-campus components.
